Job Description
We’re Recruiting: Deputy Manager / Baby Room Leader
Are you an experienced early years leader who can combine confident nursery management with an instinctive understanding of babies?
Colourbox Montessori School is looking for a warm, capable and ambitious Deputy Manager / Baby Room Leader to join our leadership team at Colourbox Montessori @ Cherry Trees, Risby, Suffolk.
This is a significant dual role. You will lead our beautiful baby room, creating a calm, nurturing and developmentally rich environment, while also working alongside the Nursery Manager to support the effective leadership of the whole setting.
You will be someone who:
Holds a recognised Level 3 or higher Early Years qualification
Has strong experience working with babies and understands their unique developmental needs
Can lead, inspire and develop a team
Is confident supporting safeguarding, compliance and high-quality practice
Builds warm, professional relationships with children and families
Can step confidently into the Nursery Manager’s role when required
Is reflective, organised and ready to continue developing as a senior leader
At Colourbox, we bring together the EYFS, Montessori education and meaningful outdoor learning and forest school, to give every child the strongest possible start. Our leaders are visible, hands-on and deeply invested in the quality of children’s everyday experiences.
In return, you will receive:
A comprehensive induction and ongoing leadership development
Montessori training and support
Opportunities for continued professional progression
A collaborative, values-led leadership team
The opportunity to make a genuine difference during the most important years of children’s lives
If you are ready to lead with warmth, purpose and high expectations, we would love to hear from you.
Location: Colourbox Montessori @ Cherry Trees, Risby, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Hours: 35-40 hours, 4 or 5 day week
Nursery Name
Nursery Deputy Manager employer: Colourbox Montessori School
At Colourbox Montessori School in Barrow, Suffolk, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to nurturing both children and educators. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth through specialist training and clear pathways into leadership roles, ensuring that every team member feels valued and inspired. With benefits like childcare discounts, a company pension scheme, and the option for a 4-day working week, we create an environment where you can thrive while making a meaningful impact on young lives.
Contact Details:
Colourbox Montessori School Recruitment Team
